Chapter 11: The Fight Begins

While all of them were flying to a deserted place Trunks was thinking to himself: When I faced Bojack in the past, he was able to beat me with ease. I'm stronger now, but am I strong enough to defeat him? I have to be! I know what these guys are capable of; they have to be stopped!

Bojack: "This is far enough! We'll fight here."

They all landed and Trunks powered up to Super Saiyan. Bojack flew at Trunks and Zangya flew at 18. Bojack threw a punch at Trunks. Trunks did a back flip avoiding the blow, then Bojack quickly slammed his knee into Trunks' chin. Bojack and Trunks went at each other with Bojack in the lead. Meanwhile, 18 had recovered from Zangya's cheap shot. They fought each other with both of them at different times having the upper hand. In the middle of Trunks and Bojack's fight Trunks jumped back and powered up to Super Saiyan 2. He was trying to reach Super Saiyan 3, like he did with his fight against Vail, but he couldn't and his power remained steady at Super Saiyan 2.

Bojack: "Interesting, but it doesn't matter how many times you transform. No form you take will make you strong enough to defeat me!"

Zangya threw several balls of energy at 18 creating a series of explosions around her.

Zangya smirked: "How'd you like that?"

From out of the cloud of dust 18 flew towards her and hit Zangya in the face.

18: "I'm not impressed. You have potential, but you're not strong enough to beat me."

Zangya wiped some blood away from her lip and smirked: "Is that what you think? Well what if I told you I was holding back?"

18 smiled: "Likewise."

Zangya: "Well let's see if you can handle my full strength then."

18: "Same with you."

They began fighting again. Trunks and Bojack were of course still going at each other. Trunks flew off the ground and fired a powerful blast targeting Bojack. From within the smoke Bojack came flying upward and delivered a strong punch and it took Trunks back a bit. While 18 and Zangya were fighting it was obvious 18 was stronger. 18 hit Zangya really hard and it sent her flying. She landed right in front of her partners.

Bido: "It seems you're having a bit of trouble let us join in and have some fun, we're tired of standing here."

Zangya getting to her feet: "Whatever, do what you want!"

The four of them took to outnumber 18. During the fight between Trunks and Bojack, Trunks kept trying the transform into Super Saiyan 3 every time Bojack got far enough away from him, but it wasn't working.

Trunks: Why can't I transform to it again? It must of took a lot out of me when I transformed to it last time. It's not like it was that long ago. Am I just too week to maintain it?"

A voice came in his head: "It's not that you're weak, maintaining the level takes a lot of work."

Trunks' eyes widen at the sudden familiar voice: Goku!

Goku: "Yeah listen Trunks; mastering Super Saiyan 3 requires the complete utilization of your energy. You can transform to it again, but you have to learn to control your power. Otherwise the transformation will slip away and your energy will be trained.

Trunks: So you achieved it?

Goku: "Yes and I know what you're going through. It has taken me years to master it."

Trunks: I don't have years; I need to master it now!"

Goku: "Then you have to get complete control of your power."

Trunks: "All right; I'll try."

He tried again, but failed at the last minute. Bojack slammed his fist into Trunks and Trunks went to the ground. Bojack laughed and then began kicking him.

Bojack grinned and rose his hand, gathering energy: "Guess it's all over for you; pity I was hoping for more of a challenge."

Trunks struggled to stand up and Bojack unleashed the energy he had gathered. Trunks was blasted back. He fell to the ground feeling his strength leave him, he began to black out. Struggling to remain conscious Trunks lifted his head up and looked at Bojack. He saw his followers were there as well. (indicating they must have beaten 18.) They were all looking at Trunks with victorious, evil grins. Trunks growled then punched the ground.

Trunks: It's no use! I can't beat him on my own.

A new voice: "What kind of talk in that? Are you a Saiyan or aren't you?"

Trunks stunned: Father? Is that you?

Vegeta: "Of course it's me you imbecile! Don't you recognize my voice? You did meet me when you went to the past!"

Trunks: Where are you?

Vegeta: "In the other world! Where do you think? But never mind that now! I will not allow any son of mine to be defeated by those buffoons! Rise and fight! Become a Super Saiyan 3 and defeat Bojack!"

Trunks looked down shamefully: "I can't. I tried, but I can't maintain the form."

Bojack chuckled: "What are you mumbling to yourself about? Did I hit you so hard that I knocked some screws loose?"

Bujin: "Perhaps he's saying a prayer before he dies."

Trunks ignored them as he was scolded by his father again.

Vegeta: "What kind of nonsense is this? That fool, Kakarot, managed to do it, so you can too. You are my son, the son of the Prince of Saiyans. Royal blood flows through your veins. If anyone else is capable of achieving Super Saiyan 3, it's you. So stop being a cry baby and transform already!"

Goku: "Oh come on Vegeta. Don't be so hard on him. Try some positive reinforcement."

Vegeta: "Shut up, clown! I didn't ask for your advise! I will discipline my son the way I see fit!"

Goku: "But you wont accomplish anything if you put him down like that. Why don't you try encouraging him instead?"

Vegeta: "Kakarot, one more word out of you-"

King Kai cleared his throat: "Um guys, you're still holding on to my back; that means he can hear every word."

Trunks forced himself up: "I'm sorry, I just can't do it."

Vegeta: "Where's your Saiyan pride? Don't you dare shame me by loosing this fight! You are going to win and you are going to win as Super Saiyan 3!"

Goku: "Vegeta, positive reinforcement."

Vegeta took a deep breath: "Trunks, listen to me. I don't find it easy to express myself like Kakarot, but I do have faith in you. Not only did you free one timeline from a terrible fate, but you defeated many powerful enemies like Cell and Vail. So don't disgrace your name by failing now!"

Goku: "Hey you were doing good there. Don't get nasty again."

Vegeta ignored him still talking to Trunks: "I know I haven't been there for you my son, but I'm here with you right now. I just know you're going to make me proud."

Trunks gasped, touched by his father's words.

Vegeta: "SO QUIT FOOLING AROUND AND TRANSFORM!

Trunks shifted his gaze to his opponents: "Okay, I wont let you down, father!"